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A lot of it's just plain cognitive distortions (we have NO idea, blah, blah, blah), some of it's name calling/labeling ("smoke and mirrors," "Ponzi scheme," "raids," "cynical"
, some of it's flattery (i.e., attempt at charm offensive).
The CLASS Act is no longer operative. The HHS decided it wasn't doable.
http://capsules.kaiserhealthnews.org/index.php/2011/10/hhs-halts-class-act/
He speaks rapidly and keeps focus on the dire -- never mind that he wants to slash SNAP and Medicaid while cutting taxes for the top earners -- and makes numerous accusations.
He's also a huge phoney, invoking families, boo-hooing over their plight, when he has no intention of leveling the playing field for the haves and the have-nots
But he's right; there's a difference between us. He's hastening to increase the income of the top 2 percent while squeezing and squeezing and squeezing the states, seniors, children, et al.
Of course the video cuts off before Obama responds. That's Ryan-serving editing.
This is a warning, though, for the debates. It shows Ryan's a fast talker and will cite specific figures. That doesn't mean he isn't an empty suit, but the media LOVES this crap, and possibly viewers will be swayed by it.
in. Thanks for sharing. 
I haven't seen it once.
Pain? 
